How far is Ludlow, VT from Colchester, VT?
The driving distance from Ludlow, VT to Colchester, VT is about 114.8 miles (184.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.4 miles (132.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Orange County, Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ludlow and Colchester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ludlow and Colchester.
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Start on Main Street
1074 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Pond Street
1 km · 2 min · Pond Street
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Continue on Vermont Route 103 North
1.1 mi · 2 min · Vermont Route 103 North
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Turn right onto Vermont Route 100 North
14.1 mi · 21 min · Vermont Route 100 North
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At the end of the road, turn left onto U.S. Route 4
6.2 mi · 9 min · U.S. Route 4
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Turn slight right onto Vermont Route 100
10.7 mi · 16 min · Vermont Route 100
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Continue on Vermont Route 107
6.7 mi · 10 min · Vermont Route 107
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Continue on River Street
3.4 mi · 6 min · River Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Vermont Route 107
2 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 107
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Turn left onto I 89 North
2024 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
55.7 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
1914 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto West Main Street
57 m · 7 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto River Road
1.3 km · 1 min · River Road
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Continue on Vermont Route 117
2.8 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 117
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Continue on River Road
2 mi · 3 min · River Road
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Turn right onto Vermont Route 289
4.5 mi · 7 min · Vermont Route 289
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Colchester Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Colchester Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East Road
30 m · 3 sec · East Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ludlow and Colchester.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 89 North
Merge slight left
55.7 mi · 01h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Ludlow and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Colchester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ludlow to Colchester?
The road trip is about 114.8 miles (184.7 km) and usually takes 02h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brookfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from Ludlow and 57.4 miles from Colchester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.4 miles (132.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.98 one way or $31.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny around Ludlow and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Colchester.
Stop Ideas Near Brookfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brookfield.
Randolph station
Montpelier station
Waterbury
White River Junction
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ludlow and Colchester. Straight-line distance: 82.38 mi (132.58 km).
#1 Ludlow
Town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 1,856 |
| Coordinates | 43.3959100, -72.7006500 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colchester
Town in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 17,102 |
| Coordinates | 44.5439400, -73.1479100 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| Country | United States |
End: Colchester (-73.14791, 44.54394)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $15.98 | $31.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $18.05 | $36.10 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $19.67 | $39.35 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $24.29 | $48.58 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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